Black-breasted puffbird

Notharchus pectoralis

The Black-breasted puffbird, also known as the white-whiskered puffbird, is a medium-sized bird found in the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has a distinctive black breast band and a white throat with black streaks. This species is known for its distinctive call, a series of low, guttural notes. Black-breasted puffbirds primarily feed on insects and small vertebrates, often perching quietly and still for long periods before making short sallies to catch prey. They are cavity nesters, often utilizing old woodpecker holes for nesting. Despite being relatively common in its range, habitat loss poses a threat to its populations.

Habitat: Tropical forests